Personal Care Assistant - Kardinia Parkside Care Community
Opal HealthCareGeelong, Victoria, Australia
Posted March 27, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Opal HealthCare operates 142 residential aged-care communities across Australia, delivering 24/7 nursing care, respite, dementia, palliative, and rehabilitation services. The company emphasizes personalized, home-style care with home-cooked meals and a focus on empathy, quality of life, and meaningful living for residents. Its distinctive approach combines experienced staff, holistic support, and a culture that encourages residents to maintain purpose and independence. Opal HealthCare is committed to redefining aged care by blending professional healthcare with compassionate hospitality.
Job Description
We're seeking caring and committed Personal Care Workers to join our team at Kardinia Parkside Care Community. Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do.
Requirements
- Certificate III or IV in Individual Support / Aged Care
- Certificate in Disability
- Nursing students currently studying
Benefits
- Penalty rates for weekends and public holidays
- 12% superannuation
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible shifts and rosters
- Career development opportunities
- Study support – Scholarships up to $15,000 for further education
- Leave loading – Cash out or use when needed
- Public holidays – Choose extra pay or time off in lieu
- $5,000 referral bonuses for bringing a friend onboard
- National career progression opportunities
- Sector-leading systems & innovation